Mildred Richardson

Mildred Richardson

May 07, 1925 - October 30, 2020

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Mildred E. Richardson, 95, of Platteville, Wisconsin, died on Friday, October 30, 2020 at Epione Pavilion, Cuba City. Due to Covid, private family graveside services will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at Hillside Cemetery, Platteville. Rev. Jeff Pedersen will officiate. The Melby Funeral Home and Crematory, Platteville, is serving the family. Memorials may be made to the Mildred Richardson Memorial Fund, which can be mailed to Melby Funeral Home at PO Box 245, Platteville, WI 53818. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com.

Mildred was born on May 7, 1925 in Belmont, Wisconsin, the daughter of William and Anna (Masbruch) DeBuhr. She attended Platteville High School and graduated in 1943. She was married to Wilford L. Richardson on June 3, 1947 and they became known as Millie and Willie to family and friends. He preceded her in death on October 20, 1998. She spend a short time working at Kabele Brothers Implement before joining the office as secretary and office manager for the Dr. Thulins in 1960. She worked for them until her retirement in 1983.

She was a life long member of the Disabled Veteran's Auxiliary and the Veteran's of Foreign Wars Auxiliary and was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. She was a life long member of Lutheran Church of Peace, Platteville. Mildred enjoyed working with crafts, puzzles, and especially enjoyed playing cards with family and friends.

She is survived by two daughters, Shirley (Bechara) Boury of Raleigh, NC and Linda (Michael) McQuade of Janesville; seven grandchildren, Michelle, Michael and Matt McNett; Nicole Damick; and Fouad, Andre, and Christian Boury; seven great-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by husband, Wilford; her parents; two brothers, Orville and Harry DeBuhr; and sister, Margaret Bisbach.

The family would like to thank Sienna Crest Assisted Living, Platteville, Epione Pavilion, Cuba City, and Agrace Hospice for their loving care and support as Mom journeyed home.

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Vicki Leighty Flynn
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So sorry to hear of Millie's passing. We lived across the street from her and Willie in Big Patch. Enjoyed the years we were neighbors. She was a wonderful lady.
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Peggy
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Milli was such a sweet lady. I was the hairdresser at Pioneer Ridge and if I didn't cut her hair she would always stop and say hi. I worked at Park Place and would see her visiting her brother Harry. Always a pleasure seeing her and talking with her. She will be missed my many. My love to the entire family and I know how much she meant to Lois. Peggy Elwell
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Karen Thulin Rude
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Blessed be her memory! She was a sweet lady! Millie kept the office of my dad and uncle running smoothly. Very professional. I am sorry for the family’s loss.
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Cheryl Lee
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As a child growing up, Millie's sweet smile was the first to see going to Dr. Thulin's office. She was a true nurse, with her white attire and nurse's hat on top of her head. Platteville was a better place with Millie in it. My sympathy to her family.
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mary huggins
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Sympathy Gift courtesy of mary huggins. Group of 10 Memorial Trees Planted In Loving Memory of Mildred "Millie" E. Richardson.
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Nancy
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Shirley and Linda, My condolences on the lost of your mother. I remember her at Dr. Thulin's office and also enjoyed spending time at your house when we were in high school. Your mother (and dad) were very welcoming. In researching my family tree I found that we are related through your dad. We are third cousins. What a surprise when I found that connection. Keep your memories close to your heart. Nancy (Johns) Bowers

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